DEFINITION:
Women’s field hockey: A team sport played on a grass or artificial turf field, primarily by women, that involves hitting a small hard ball with curved sticks in order to score goals.
FAQs:
1. How many players are there in a women’s field hockey team?
– A team usually consists of 11 players, including a goalkeeper.
2. What equipment is used in women’s field hockey?
– Players typically use a round, hard ball, curved sticks, mouthguards for safety, shin guards, and goalkeeping pads and helmet for the goalkeeper.
3. Can men play women’s field hockey?
– While women’s field hockey is primarily played by women, men can also participate in mixed-gender or men’s field hockey teams.
4. What are the basic rules of women’s field hockey?
– Some basic rules include no using of the body, intentionally raising the stick above the shoulder, obstructing opponents with the stick, and no hitting the ball dangerously.
5. How long is a women’s field hockey match?
– Generally, a women’s field hockey match consists of two halves of 35 minutes each, with a 5-10 minute halftime break. However, match durations may vary depending on the level of play.
